October 2016 in “International journal of medical research and review” Minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, may cause acne-like skin eruptions.
40 citations
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January 2018 in “Pharmaceutics” Eucalyptol and oleic acid in nanoemulsions improve minoxidil delivery to hair follicles, potentially enhancing hair loss treatment.
13 citations
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June 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil works better when applied on a damp scalp than a dry one.
December 2009 in “Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Universidade de São Paulo)” Iontophoresis and chitosan microparticles improve minoxidil delivery for hair loss treatment.
April 2024 in “AAPS PharmSciTech” New microneedle method improves hair regrowth treatment delivery.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” A new version of minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, was made using nanotechnology. This version, called minoxidil cubosomes, works better and causes fewer skin reactions than the old version. It also penetrates and stays in the skin better, promoting hair regrowth. It's safe and could be a good alternative to current treatments.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” A stable Moringa seed oil hair serum was developed, offering a promising natural alternative for hair loss treatment.
29 citations
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August 2020 in “Parasitology” Tea tree oil is more effective for treating human demodicosis than other treatments.
27 citations
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January 1993 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Hair follicles can grow and increase DNA synthesis in a serum-free environment, and minoxidil sulphate boosts this process.
24 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data” Minoxidil dissolves best in methanol and least in water.
September 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” Different solvents affect minoxidil crystal shapes, improving flowability and revealing a unique butterfly-shaped crystal.
9 citations
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March 1991 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis” Minoxidil can cause allergic skin reactions, especially in long-term users.
September 2010 in “Reactions weekly” The combination of tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate may cause severe scalp inflammation.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Minoxidil helps lower severe blood pressure and promotes hair growth but can have serious side effects and must be used continuously.
3 citations
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July 1988 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil is safe and effective for treating early male pattern baldness.
April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy”
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August 2019 in “PubMed” A specific enzyme that activates the hair growth medication minoxidil when applied to the skin was identified.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” Minoxidil tablets with 6% croscarmellose sodium dissolve quickly and work well.
11 citations
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July 2010 in “Dermatitis” Patch testing helps find allergens in minoxidil treatments, but doesn't ensure alternatives will be tolerated.
September 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The serum reduces acne and improves skin clarity.
12 citations
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November 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
January 2011 in “Journal of Jiangnan University” A reliable method was developed to measure minoxidil in hair products.
July 2014 in “Disease-a-Month” The document gives treatment advice for various skin conditions, like using metronidazole for perioral dermatitis and minoxidil for hair loss.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Nanotechnology” The new minoxidil nanoemulgel may treat hair loss more effectively with fewer side effects.
30 citations
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April 1990 in “Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Tretinoin cream boosts minoxidil absorption, possibly improving hair loss treatment.
1 citations
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May 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil, when applied to the scalp, can stimulate hair growth but effects vary, stop if treatment ends, and it may cause side effects like fluid retention.
April 2024 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” The mud mask with 22.5% kaolin and pomegranate peel extract worked best.
1 citations
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July 2017 in “Global journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences” A new hair loss treatment was created using minoxidil and tretinoin in stable niosomes, which effectively released the drugs over time.
13 citations
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January 1988 in “Contact Dermatitis” Some patients using Minoxidil for baldness developed allergic skin reactions.
March 2023 in “Clinical Toxicology”